{"product_id":"beckhoff-epi2809-0021-io-link-box","title":"Beckhoff EPI2809-0021 IO-Link Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecentralized industrial systems require rugged, highly reliable communication nodes to manage actuator signals directly in the field. The \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff EPI2809-0021\u003c\/strong\u003e IO-Link box delivers high-density control capabilities, housing 16 digital outputs within an IP67-rated enclosure. Operating as an IO-Link Class B device, it facilitates fast, bidirectional data transfer up to 230.4 kbaud (COM3) over a standard M12 industrial interface, bypassing the need for protective electrical cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach output channel is individually protected against short circuits and designed to handle resistive, inductive, and lamp loads. Internal electrical isolation between the control logic supply (L+) and the actuator supply line (P24) guarantees robust signal integrity and protects upstream systems from field-side voltage transients. Encased in a highly durable polyamide shell, this digital distribution module is built for directly mounting to machinery in harsh manufacturing setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides 16 digital outputs utilizing compact M8 screw-type connection sockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIO-Link V1.1 Specification Class B interface for direct connection to any compatible IO-Link master.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports COM3 high-speed data transfer rates of 230.4 kbaud for real-time responsiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividually short-circuit proof channels rated for 0.5 A nominal current per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectrical isolation between L+ logic power and P24 load power supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-ingress protection rating (IP65, IP66, and IP67) for installation without protective enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight, industrial-grade PA6 polyamide housing with versatile mounting configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDe-centralized pneumatic valve terminal control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial handling systems, sorting lines, and conveyor control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly robotics and End-of-Arm Tooling (EoAT) actuators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackaging, bottle-filling, and food processing machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number \/ Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEPI2809-0021\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIO-Link Box (Digital Output Module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface \/ Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIO-Link V1.1, Class B\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e230.4 kbaud (COM 3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eM8, screw type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBus Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 x M12 plug, A-coded\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Output Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 V DC (-15 % \/ +20 %)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax. 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